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India sends emergency relief supplies to flood and earthquake-hit Afghanistan

External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India is committed to extending humanitarian assistance to the Afghan people in this challenging time

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 8:15 am

Bangladesh launches emergency vaccination campaign as measles outbreak spreads

Health Ministry figures show there have been 17 confirmed deaths from measles so far, with 113 suspected deaths and more than 7,500 suspected infections nationwide

The Hindu 5 Apr 2026 11:10 pm

Indonesia beat Kazakhstan 4-3 in Asian Games hockey qualifiers

S Korea loses to China in women`s hockey .

Antara News 5 Apr 2026 11:05 pm

Papua focuses on rice sufficiency to lift farmers' welfare

The Provincial Government of Papua, through its Food Crops, Horticulture, and Food Office, continues to push rice ...

Antara News 5 Apr 2026 11:01 pm

BNPB prioritizes logistics for remote islands after North Maluku quake

The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) said it is focusing on meeting logistical needs in the most remote ...

Antara News 5 Apr 2026 10:44 pm

German men must inform military of extended foreign trips

The Defence Ministry said that men from the age of 17 are required to obtain prior approval from the German armed forces for foreign stays lasting longer than three months

The Hindu 5 Apr 2026 10:13 pm

East Java, Uzbekistan explore religious tourism, cultural cooperation

The East Java provincial government is strengthening bilateral cooperation with Uzbekistan in the cultural and ...

Antara News 5 Apr 2026 8:57 pm

Pindad prepares smokeless tech to tackle Bantargebang waste crisis

Indonesia's state-owned defense company, PT Pindad, and the government have started waste management ...

Antara News 5 Apr 2026 8:40 pm

Indonesia to export urea to 3 nations amid Strait of Hormuz closure

Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman stated that three countries have requested urea fertilizer imports from ...

Antara News 5 Apr 2026 6:42 pm

Minister Sulaiman seeks to make Indonesia global food superpower

Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman is seeking to make Indonesia a world food superpower, thereby calling all ...

Antara News 5 Apr 2026 6:17 pm

Indonesia prepares for El Nino, increases agricultural pumps: minister

Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman said Indonesia is preparing to face the impacts of El Nio by ...

Antara News 5 Apr 2026 5:37 pm

Indonesia's rice reserves secure at 4.5 million tons: Minister

Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman stated that the government rice reserves managed by state-owned logistics firm ...

Antara News 5 Apr 2026 5:31 pm

State guarantees all compensations for fallen Indonesian peacekeepers

Chief of the Indonesian Military Army Staff (TNIAD), General Maruli Simanjuntak, confirmed that all compensations ...

Antara News 5 Apr 2026 5:30 pm

TNI ensures safety of Indonesian peacekeepers injured in Lebanon

Commander of the Indonesian Military (TNI) Peacekeeping Mission Center (PMPP) Major General Iwan Bambang Setiawan ...

Antara News 5 Apr 2026 5:29 pm

Ministry seeks Rp24.8T additional budget to improve religious schools

The Ministry of Religious Affairs proposed an additional budget of Rp24.8 trillion (approximately US$1.45 billion) for ...

Antara News 5 Apr 2026 3:09 pm

Indonesia faces high costs in handling marine waste, says minister

Environment Minister Hanif Faisol Nurofiq acknowledged the challenges in handling marine and island waste, noting ...

Antara News 5 Apr 2026 1:04 pm

Burning object over Lampung identified as space debris: BRIN

A cluster of burning objects seen over Lampung and Banten provinces on Saturday has been identified as space debris, ...

Antara News 5 Apr 2026 12:16 pm

Indonesia calls for UN safety evaluation after peacekeeper deaths

Indonesia is calling on the United Nations to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of safety protocols for peacekeeping ...

Antara News 5 Apr 2026 12:03 pm

Indonesia's Mount Semeru eruption sends pyroclastic flow 3.5 km

An eruption at Mount Semeru on the Lumajang-Malang border in East Java triggered a pyroclastic flow reaching 3.5 ...

Antara News 5 Apr 2026 11:52 am

Military commander leads funeral for late peacekeeper in Bandung

Indonesian Military Commander General Agus Subiyanto presided over the funeral of Major (posthumous) Zulmi Aditya ...

Antara News 5 Apr 2026 11:18 am

Batam immigration chief suspended over tourist extortion allegations

Indonesias Directorate General of Immigration said the head of the Batam Immigration Office, Hajar Aswad, has ...

Antara News 5 Apr 2026 10:39 am

U.S. rescues airman whose F-15 was downed in Iran, say U.S. officials

The U.S. President said the crew member was injured but he will be just fine.

The Hindu 5 Apr 2026 10:14 am

South Korea asks Gulf nations for steady energy supply, safety of Korean vessels

The envoys said South Korea is a op priority nation and pledged to communicate closely with Seoul to ensure stable supply

The Hindu 5 Apr 2026 10:11 am

Prabowo condemns 'heinous act' killing Indonesian peacekeepers

President Prabowo Subianto condemned the heinous act that led to the deaths of three Indonesian ...

Antara News 5 Apr 2026 9:30 am

Pakistan would hit Kolkata in future conflict: Khawaja Asif

Lahore: Pakistans Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Saturday, April 4, warned India that it would respond with a strike in Kolkata to any future misadventures. If India tries to stage any false flag operation this time, then God-willingly, we will take it to Kolkata, Asif said while talking to reporters at his hometown of Sialkot, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 5 Apr 2026 9:17 am

AI boom or bubble? Indonesia must choose readiness over hype

The numbers are staggering. In 2026 alone, the world's largest technology companies Microsoft, Amazon, ...

Antara News 5 Apr 2026 9:14 am

Iran war starts pinching U.S.; gas prices, transport costs surge

The average price of petrol in the U.S. has increased to $4.09 a gallon on Friday (April 3, 2026), up more than one dollar from just before the war and the highest level since August 2022

The Hindu 5 Apr 2026 9:12 am

Indonesia demands security guarantees for UN peacekeepers in Lebanon

Indonesia has demanded security guarantees for all peacekeeping personnel following an attack that killed three ...

Antara News 5 Apr 2026 7:36 am

Indonesia urges UNSC meeting over attacks on peacekeepers

Indonesia has requested an extraordinary United Nations Security Council (UNSC) meeting to discuss attacks on UN ...

Antara News 5 Apr 2026 5:40 am

Russia and Ukraine trade strikes as Zelenskyy goes to Turkiye

Russia fired 286 drones at Ukraine overnight, 260 of which were downed, the Ukrainian Air Force said in a statement

The Hindu 4 Apr 2026 10:12 pm

Indonesia sends three fallen UN peacekeepers to hometowns for burial

Indonesias military on Saturday night repatriated the bodies of three peacekeepers killed in Lebanon, sending ...

Antara News 4 Apr 2026 9:27 pm

Indonesian lawmaker urges fuel price review as oil hits US$140

A senior Indonesian lawmaker urged the government to consider adjusting fuel prices as global oil surges threaten the ...

Antara News 4 Apr 2026 9:12 pm

President Prabowo pays tribute to three fallen TNI soldiers

President Prabowo Subianto paid his respects and offered final condolences to three Indonesian soldiers killed while ...

Antara News 4 Apr 2026 6:42 pm

Indonesian warship returns from Kakadu 2026 drill

The Indonesian Navy warship KRI Raden Eddy Martadinata-331 (REM-331) has docked in Ambon, Maluku, after participating ...

Antara News 4 Apr 2026 6:20 pm

Fallen Indonesian UN peacekeepers return home

The bodies of three Indonesian soldiers serving with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) arrived at ...

Antara News 4 Apr 2026 6:14 pm

Sustainable agriculture to achieve food security: deputy minister

Based Agricultural Development in the Lake Toba Region, held by the National Economic Council (DEN) in North Sumatra ...

Antara News 4 Apr 2026 6:08 pm

Indonesia secures airport for return of fallen peacekeepers

Indonesia has deployed 90 joint personnel to secure Soekarno-Hatta International Airport ahead of the arrival of three ...

Antara News 4 Apr 2026 6:00 pm

Bulog prepares mitigation strategy ahead of El Nio drought risk

Indonesias state-owned food logistics agency Bulog is strengthening its strategy to anticipate a possible ...

Antara News 4 Apr 2026 5:32 pm

Indonesia's minister urges unity, peace in Easter message

Indonesias Religious Affairs Minister Nasaruddin Umar extended Easter greetings to Christians and called for ...

Antara News 4 Apr 2026 4:07 pm

Indonesia ramps up efforts against illegal Hajj travel schemes

Indonesias Ministry of Religious Affairs has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting citizens from illegal Hajj ...

Antara News 4 Apr 2026 3:54 pm

Indonesias Mount Dukono erupts, ash rises 1.4 km

Mount Dukono in North Halmahera, North Maluku, erupted on Saturday, sending an ash column up to 1,400 meters above the ...

Antara News 4 Apr 2026 2:46 pm

BGN covers treatment, suspends MBG kitchen after food poisoning

Indonesias National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has confirmed a food poisoning incident linked to its Free Nutritious ...

Antara News 4 Apr 2026 2:27 pm

Russia made nearly no territorial gains in Ukraine in March: Analysis

Across the entire front line, the Russian army seized only 23 sq. km in March, losing territory in some areas

The Hindu 4 Apr 2026 1:05 pm

Indonesia, Macau boost counterterrorism cooperation

Indonesias National Counterterrorism Agency (BNPT) has launched cooperation with Chinas Macau Judiciary ...

Antara News 4 Apr 2026 12:59 pm

Indonesia foils reptile smuggling attempt to Dubai

Indonesias Forestry Ministry has foiled an attempt to smuggle 202 reptiles to Dubai via Soekarno-Hatta ...

Antara News 4 Apr 2026 12:51 pm

Indonesia, Slovakia explore nuclear, tech cooperation

Indonesia has opened talks with Slovakia to expand cooperation in nuclear energy, research and advanced technologies, ...

Antara News 4 Apr 2026 12:42 pm

China moves to regulate digital humans, bans addictive services for children

The new rules aim to fill a gap in governance in the digital human sector, setting clear red lines for the healthy development of the industry, according to an analysis

The Hindu 4 Apr 2026 12:13 pm

One killed, dozens hurt as football stadium event in Peru goes awry

60 injured during a flag-waving event popularly known as Matute at the Alejandro Villanueva Stadium in the Peruvian capital

The Hindu 4 Apr 2026 12:11 pm

Pakistan government slashes petrol price by PKR 80 per litre, day after sharp hike met severe backlash

The government on Thursday (April 2) announced an unprecedented hike of 43% and 55% in the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD), respectively

The Hindu 4 Apr 2026 9:09 am

How Bombay went from a fort city to a bustling metropolis

A new exhibition charts Bombay's passage through the centuries via paintings, photographs and prints.

BBC 4 Apr 2026 5:39 am

Two U.S. aircraft shot down as war in Iran escalates; at least one crew member is missing

Separately, Iranian state media said a US. A-10 attack aircraft crashed in the Persian Gulf after being struck by Iranian defence forces

The Hindu 4 Apr 2026 4:12 am

Former Pak PM Imran Khan moves to High Court for early hearing in case

Islamabad: Pakistans former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, on Friday, April 3, approached a high court for an early hearing of their appeals in a case related to unlawfully selling state gifts. The couple was sentenced to 14 years in the Toshakhana-I case on January 31, 2024, for unlawfully selling state Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 3 Apr 2026 10:44 pm

Lawmaker urges electrification to boost energy self-sufficiency

Deputy Chairman of Commission XII of the House of Representatives (DPR) Sugeng Suparwoto called for accelerating ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 10:28 pm

Gradiant Wins Major Water Contract for UK Hyperscale Data Center

-Gradiant, a global leader in advanced water and wastewater solutions, has been awarded a contract to design and ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 9:30 pm

U.S. fighter jet shot down over Iran; Tehran urges civilians to hunt for crew

A local official television station in southwestern Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad province aired footage of what it said was wreckage of the downed plane, showing a pile of twisted metal fragments in the back of a truck.

The Hindu 3 Apr 2026 9:12 pm

Bulog targets 828,000 tons of SPHP rice distribution in 2026

State logistics agency Bulog said the rice distribution under the food price and supply stabilization (SPHP) program ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 9:10 pm

Indonesian Army plans Central Papua Kodam to streamline command

The Indonesian Army (TNI AD) highlighted plans to establish a new military region command (Kodam) in Central Papua ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 7:15 pm

MPR calls on varsities to support Prabowo's energy transition program

Deputy Chairman of the Peoples Consultative Assembly (MPR), Eddy Soeparno, called on universities to support ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 6:53 pm

Jakarta sees job-seeking as main driver of post-Eid migration

The Jakarta Population and Civil RegistryOffice (Dukcapil) recorded that around 34.97 percent of Jakarta ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 6:50 pm

Indonesia sends 200 migrant workers to Japan under SSW scheme

The Indonesian government sent 200 migrant workers under the Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) scheme in the manufacturing ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 6:37 pm

BPBD responds swiftly as floods hit 3,176 households in Grobogan

The Regional Disaster Mitigation Agency (BPBD) of Grobogan District, Central Java, has taken swift measures to address ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 5:56 pm

Sulawesi leads Indonesia in endemic bird species

Sulawesi has the highest number of endemic bird species in Indonesia, with 159 species recorded as of January ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 4:57 pm

Indonesia tightens coordination to curb illegal Hajj pilgrims

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah is strengthening coordination with other government ministries, including the ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 4:25 pm

Indonesia plans 5,000 home renovations in East Nusa Tenggara

Indonesia plans to renovate up to 5,000 homes in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) this year to improve living standards, ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 1:37 pm

TransNusa Strengthens Domestic Network Connection with New Route Launch and Increased Scheduled Flight Frequency

TransNusa has announced the launch of a new direct scheduled flight connecting Jakarta and Lombok, further ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 1:32 pm

True IDC Pushes Security Economy, Breaking Ground on Mega Data Center in EEC with 77-Billion-Baht BOI Investment, Cementing Thailand's No. 1 Position

True Internet Data Center Co., Ltd. (True IDC), Thailands largest data center and cloud service provider ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 1:29 pm

Four leading spring tech fairs will take place in April, featuring over 3,700 exhibitors

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) will stage four flagship technology fairs this April, ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 1:21 pm

Iran envoy praises Indonesias role in Mideast peace

Irans Ambassador to Indonesia, Mohammad Boroujerdi, praised the Indonesian government for its genuine intention ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 1:18 pm

Suicide car bomb blast kills five in northwest Pakistan

Preliminary information suggests that the police station was the primary target

The Hindu 3 Apr 2026 12:07 pm

Minister Zon eyes converting SOE heritage sites into cultural spaces

Indonesia is exploring plans to convert state-owned heritage buildings into interactive cultural and educational ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 11:49 am

WFH policy seen as tactical strategy to reduce fuel consumption

The Indonesian governments policy of implementing a one-day work-from-home (WFH) each week for civil servants is ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 11:30 am

Indonesia ensures smooth repatriation of fallen peacekeepers

The Indonesian government has ensured that the repatriation of three Indonesian peacekeepers who died while carrying ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 11:27 am

Indonesia, Georgia advance talks on higher education partnership

Indonesia and Georgia are accelerating talks to finalize a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on higher education ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 11:24 am

Kuwait oil refinery units on fire after drone attack: state media

The state media reported that emergency teams were working to contain the blazes

The Hindu 3 Apr 2026 11:04 am

Donald Trump threatens to strike Irans bridges and electric power plants

The U.S. military hasnt even started destroying whats left in Iran. Bridges next, then Electric Power Plants, Mr. Trump wrote on social media

The Hindu 3 Apr 2026 9:14 am

Indonesia to repatriate fallen UN peacekeepers from Lebanon in 2 days

Indonesia plans to repatriate the bodies of three soldiers killed in Lebanon on Friday or Saturday as limited flights ...

Antara News 3 Apr 2026 8:43 am

Pakistan says onus on Afghanistan to end hostilities

The neighbours and one-time allies have been locked in an escalating conflict over claims from Islamabad that Afghanistan is harbouring militants responsible for cross-border attacks, which the Taliban government denies

The Hindu 2 Apr 2026 11:07 pm

Indonesia, Saudi Arabia strengthen bilateral relations through culture

Minister of Culture Fadli Zon reiterated his commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Saudi Arabia, ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 10:48 pm

Minister says 2026 Eid homecoming and return travel run more smoothly

Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo stated that the 2026 Eid homecoming and return travel ran more smoothly than last ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 10:13 pm

Indonesia maintains energy stability with proportional measures: staff

The Indonesian government is maintaining national energy stability through proportional, measured, and adaptive ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 10:11 pm

Any misadventure by Pakistan will invite unprecedented action: Rajnath Singh

Thiruvananthapuram: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday, April 2, said any misadventure from Indias neighbour, Pakistan, in the prevailing situation would invite an unprecedented and decisive action. Singh, speaking at a Sainik Samman Sammelan in poll-bound Kerala, said that following the April 2025 Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, India had destroyed the terrorist Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 2 Apr 2026 10:01 pm

Land productivity key to food self-sufficiency: deputy minister

Deputy Minister of Agriculture Sudaryono emphasized that increasing land productivity and optimizing planting frequency ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 9:29 pm

Downstreaming drives Indonesia's palm oil export growth: minister

Indonesias exports of crude palm oil (CPO) and its derivatives rose significantly to US$4.69 billion in the ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 9:23 pm

BGN warns 2,100 MBG kitchens to improve services

The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has issued warnings to 2,100 Nutritional Fulfillment Service Units (SPPG) and ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 9:09 pm

Govt ensures local jobs in Waingapu shrimp farm project

The Indonesian Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries ensured that the local community is involved in the ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 8:54 pm

Garuda Indonesia sets Bali as hub for eastern, international routes

GarudaIndonesia is making Bali a hub for Eastern Indonesia, connecting it with international routes to strengthen ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 8:28 pm

MPR urges universities to adopt recommendations on women's protection

Deputy Speaker of the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) Lestari Moerdijat urged universities to implement the ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 8:20 pm

VP sends off Digital Warriors to expand digital education in 3T areas

Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka sent off participants of the Digital Warriors Alumni Community Service Program on ...

Antara News 2 Apr 2026 8:03 pm

Singapore safely detonates massive 250kg WWII bomb near airport without disrupting flights

Singapores authorities safely neutralised a 250kg World War II bomb discovered near Changi Airport through a carefully planned on-site detonation. Assessed as too unstable to move, the operation involved extensive protective measures and inter-agency coordination. Despite the risks, flights continued uninterrupted, underscoring the effectiveness of precise engineering, preparedness, and collaboration in managing high-risk wartime remnants.

The Times of India 2 Apr 2026 8:02 pm

The Iran War Mediation and Pakistans Reverse Bismarck

Despite the positive optics of punching above its weight in diplomacy, Pakistan has become weaker over time.

The Diplomat 2 Apr 2026 7:56 pm